The Institute of Epidermal Cell Therapy is an Esthetics school based in Chesapeake, Virginia. We have a unique teaching and learning model that provides the student with a great education in esthetics at an affordable cost.
| Learning Environment | Our teaching and learning focuses on the science and art of Esthetics in an environment that promotes the mastery of theory and practice. |
| Class size | 4-6 students max |
| Completion time | 20-25 weeks |
| Online Training for Course work | Available through our blended model (combination of online and face to face instruction) |
| Classroom Instruction | Face to face instruction with a limited class size |
| Hands-on Projects | Every class involves hands-on projects to give you practical experience. |
| Product | We use Epidermal Cell Therapy skincare products in our programs. |
Esthetics Program
(600 HOUR COURSE)
A program that prepares individuals to cleanse, depilate, massage, and beautify the human body and to function as licensed estheticians and skin care specialists. Includes instruction in skin anatomy, physiology, and health; principles of nutrition; decontamination and infection control; health and safety; facial and body massage; body wrapping and spa treatments; temporary hair removal including waxing and tweezing; color and skin analysis; client consultation and care; applicable laws and regulations; business practices; and sometimes related alternative healing regimens.
Master Esthetics Program
(600 Hour Course)
A program that prepares individuals to massage and treat the face, neck, and body with advanced chemical and cosmetic preparations and esthetic medical treatments, and to function as licensed master or medical estheticians in dermatologists’ and plastic surgeons’ offices as well as in salons and spas. Includes instruction in advanced anatomy and physiology, skin properties and disorders, sanitation and infection control, advanced facial treatments, spa body treatments, advanced extractions, corrective makeup, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, lymphatic drainage and advanced massage techniques, pre- and post-operative esthetic skin care, client/patient evaluation and care, applicable laws and regulations, and business practices.
Students who successfully complete the Master Esthetics Program will be eligible for Masters licensing (highest) in the state of Virginia.